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Peach Coffee Cake with Custard Swirl Recipe
Molly

Peach Coffee Cake with Custard Swirl

A tender vanilla cake with ripe peaches and warm spices, enhanced by a buttery crumb topping and a halal-friendly custard swirl. Perfectly balances fruit tanginess with a moist, spiced crumb for a versatile seasonal dessert.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Seasonal Desserts
Cuisine: Contemporary

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup peach puree (fresh)
  • ½ cup unsalted butter (melted), 1/3 cup oil substituted if halal
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp alcohol-free vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp milk (for custard swirl)

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C)
  2. Grease a 9-inch springform pan
  3. In a bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder
  4. Add melted butter/oil using a folding technique until no dry patches remain
  5. Stir in buttermilk to create a smooth batter
  6. In a separate bowl, puree 1 cup fresh peaches with 2 tbsp milk (optional strain)
  7. Add peach puree, 1 tsp cinnamon, and 1 tsp vanilla extract to the batter. Fold gently until fragrant.
  8. Reserve 1/2 cup of the peach mixture for custard swirls
  9. Spread remaining batter into the pan
  10. Pour reserved swirl mixture over the cake
  11. Use an offset spatula to create diagonal custard threads
  12. Bake 45 minutes, adjusting rack position for even rise
  13. Check with a toothpick after 30 minutes; adjust baking time if needed
  14. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12g

Notes

Avoid overmixing the batter for optimal tenderness.
Place pans on the bottom rack to ensure even rising.
Custard swirl is made by blending reserved batter with an additional 1/4 cup sugar (included in total sugar amount) and vanilla.
For halal compliance, substitute butter with oil.
Add extra cinnamon for a fall variation.
Strain puree for a smoother texture.

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